1992 Mazda MX-6 vs. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda MX-6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda MX-6 would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis (223 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1992 Mazda MX-6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda MX-6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 553 kg more than 1992 Mazda MX-6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mazda MX-6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda MX-6. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda MX-6. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis has automatic transmission and 1992 Mazda MX-6 has manual transmission. 1992 Mazda MX-6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mazda MX-6 | 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | MX-6 | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4603 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1732 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2920 mm |